Procurement Consultant

Toyota Iraq

Job Overview
One of Toyota s authorized dealers in Najaf is looking for a Procurement Consultant with below requirements:

Main Tasks:
Collaborate with clients to assess their procurement needs, goals, and challenges, and develop tailored procurement strategies and initiatives to meet their objectives.
Conduct market research, supplier evaluations, and spend analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction, risk mitigation, and process improvement.
Define procurement policies, procedures, and performance metrics to align with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
Evaluate current supplier relationships and capabilities, and identify potential new suppliers or sourcing opportunities to diversify the supply chain and optimize supplier performance.
Develop supplier selection criteria, conduct supplier assessments, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms to ensure favorable agreements and maximize value for the organization.
Establish supplier performance metrics, monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement corrective actions to address any issues or discrepancies.
Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) while mitigating risks and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Draft, review, and finalize contracts, purchase orders, and other procurement documents to formalize agreements and clarify terms and conditions.
Monitor contract performance, track contract expiration dates, and proactively renew or renegotiate contracts as needed to maintain favorable supplier relationships and meet business needs.
Assess current procurement processes, workflows, and systems, and identify opportunities to streamline processes, eliminate redundancies, and enhance efficiency.
Implement procurement automation tools, e-procurement platforms, and digital solutions to optimize sourcing, procurement, and contract management processes and increase operational ability.
Provide training and guidance to procurement teams and stakeholders on new processes, tools, and technologies to drive adoption and maximize benefits.
Identify and mitigate procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, vendor non-compliance, and regulatory violations, through proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing procurement practices, such as ethical sourcing, sustainability, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in supply chain management, procurement or purchasing management, business administration, logistics and economics or a related field.

Proven experience (2-3 years) in strategic procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
Fluent in English and Arabic Languages.

Strong analytical skills in spend analysis, market research, and risk assessment.

Expertise in developing procurement policies, KPIs, and process improvement strategies.

Proficient in sourcing, supplier evaluation, and performance monitoring.

Skilled in contract drafting, compliance management, and regulatory adherence.

Familiarity with procurement automation tools, e-procurement platforms, and digital solutions.

Excellent stakeholder engagement, training, and change management abilities.

In-depth knowledge of procurement laws, ethical sourcing, and sustainability standards.